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  • How to Measure and Set Up Fishing Reel Drag
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    How to Measure and Set Up Fishing Reel Drag

    ByKarsen January 23, 2020January 23, 2020

    Fishing is a lot of fun. There’s nothing better than reeling in a big fish for pictures or even a nice fish dinner. On the other hand, there’s nothing worse than hooking a big fish, starting to bring it in, then losing it to a broken line. When you watch experienced anglers, you never see…

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  • Taking Fishing Gear on Board? Here’s What You Need to Know
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    Taking Fishing Gear on Board? Here’s What You Need to Know

    ByKarsen January 21, 2020January 21, 2020

    If you’re planning on taking a long-distance fishing trip and you want to fly to get there, you’re probably wondering whether you’ll be able to get through security with all your fishing gear intact or not in this brand new day of TSA inspections. Since most fishermen have a specific setup they like to run…

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  • Are Telescopic Fishing Rods Any Good?
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    Are Telescopic Fishing Rods Any Good?

    ByKarsen January 21, 2020January 21, 2020

    When it comes to fishing, telescopic fishing rods are the ultimate in versatility and portability. But are they as good as regular fishing poles? Telescopic fishing rods are an excellent option if you’re looking for a cheap pole that you can throw in your backpack. The best thing about them is that they are very…

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  • How to Paint a Fishing Rod: The Best Paint for Fishing Rods
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    How to Paint a Fishing Rod: The Best Paint for Fishing Rods

    ByKarsen January 20, 2020January 20, 2020

    The fishing rod you get online or from a store may have been designed to help you catch fish successfully, but they aren’t always the most exciting looking. If you are fishing often, you may want to work with something that is a little more fun to look at or can help you catch fish…

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  • How to Avoid Turtles When Fishing
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    How to Avoid Turtles When Fishing

    ByKarsen January 18, 2020January 18, 2020

    Whether they’re out on a thrilling deep sea fishing adventure with friends or relaxing on the lake with a drink in their hand, fishing is a favorite activity for many people. Whatever fishing experience you desire, one thing that can certainly ruin your adventure is catching, or almost catching, a turtle. This can be devastating…

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Welcome to Mountain Trails Fishing and thanks for visiting! I made this site as a source to help others, especially beginners, be more successful catching freshwater fish. I wanted to create a website to share everything I've come across that I wish existed when I first took up fishing and I hope you're able to find some useful tips here to help you catch more fish!


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